Gravel cycling is celebrated over three days on several gravel tours within the heart of Switzerland. The races are held in enduro format, a maximum of four sections are ridden in race mode, the rest of the tour can be enjoyed without time pressure. The stages are usually between 10 and 15 minutes long and can have all kinds of characteristics: Uphill or downhill, on asphalt, gravel or even single trail.
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*The results combine FQSC associated and non associated riders
Grinduro will be setting up camp on the shoreline of Lake Aegeri, a glacial lake in the Canton of Zug, Central Switzerland. The area has awesome gravel trails, challenging climbs and smiling inducing descents. Stay tuned for more information soon!
Still a provisional schedule
Gravel sport is celebrated over three days on several gravel tours in the heart of central Switzerland. The races are held in enduro format, a maximum of four sections are ridden in race mode, the rest of the tour can be enjoyed without time pressure. The stages are usually between 10 and 15 minutes long and can have all kinds of characteristics: Uphill or downhill, on asphalt, gravel or even single trail.
On Friday afternoon, the Fun Prologue will take place as a warm-up. A short, challenging round with one stage on asphalt, gravel and trail. The ranking of the Fun Prologue has no influence on the Grinduro ranking on Saturday.
The Grinduro round stretches over about 80km and 2,000m. There are four stages to race for the day's victory. These demand everything from the participants.
If you don't dare to do the big round yet, but still want to experience the full Grinduro feeling, you can sign up for the Grindurito. In addition to a shortened route, there is also no timekeeping.
Those who still have enough energy in their legs after the party on Saturday evening can enjoy the panoramic ride on Sunday, led by the komoot team.
Besides the race, the event experience, the party and of course the excellent food are also some of the highlights.
On Friday and Saturday evening we celebrate life with good music and refreshing drinks.
Upgrade camper pitch (Fri-Sun) CHF 30.00
Pitch on the venue (max. ~7x4m)
Power (230V)
Adult (13 years of age and above) CHF 100.00
Youngster (6 years of age to 12 years of age) CHF 45.00
Kid (5 years of age and under) FREE
Be cool, have fun and enjoy the ride. Those are the rules!
For those of you who need things spelled-out, here you have it…
THE BEST BIKE:You can ride any type of pedal-driven bicycle (no electric-pedal assist!), although we recommend a cyclocross or gravel bike for the Grinduro and Grindurito course. The ultimate setup is probably a disc brake-equipped gravel bike with fast-rolling, tubeless clincher tires and a 2x11-speed crank set. Be prepared with at least two extra tubes, a multi-tool and mini-pump.
The venue is at 1‘400m altitude, it can be very cold especially at night. Make sure you bring layers — ideally arm/leg warmers and a jacket as well as a warm sleeping bag.
There will be feed zones (and an excellent lunch!), but smart riders will bring at least two water bottles and their favourite nutritional supplies.
And don’t take the start line without a helmet on!
We believe that bike riders’ health, attitude and performance is directly related to the foods that they eat, so we have amazing food planned for the weekend. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included with race entry on race day. Though, there will still be more food vendors available for the rest of the weekend.
As a registered rider, meals are included on Saturdays and breakfast on Sundays. With the Friends & Family meal package you can also buy the meals for your companion. The package is CHF 85.00 per person and includes the same menus as you as a rider. Eating together is more fun.
Do you have a tent? We love campers! There is a designated area right next to the Grinduro Village. And if you are registered to ride, camping is included at no additional charge. Note: A campsite is limited to one tent.
Do you have a camper van or mobile home? No problem - we have our own camping area for vans and mobile homes with electricity. Make sure you choose the appropriate «camper pitch upgrade» when registering.
Note: Wild camping outside the designated areas is not allowed and will be fined.
Got friends and family joining you? They are encouraged to join in the fun. Make sure you get the Friends & Family camping pass. The pass is CHF 30.00 for the whole weekend (Friday-Sunday) and includes a site for 1 tent or vehicle with up to 4 people, plus access to the Grinduro Village, concerts and party, and showers and other services on-site. Friends and family passes can be purchased through the registration link.
As a registered rider, meals are included on Saturdays and breakfast on Sundays. With the Friends & Family meal package you can also buy the meals for your companion. The package is CHF 85.00 per person and includes the same menus as you as a rider. Eating together is more fun.
In addition to fame and glory each winner will take home a little something special. Best of luck!
If not for the generosity and efforts of our sponsors, there would be no such thing as Grinduro. Thank you to Giro Sport Design, Maxxis, SRAM, Zipp and komoot.
Join the inner circle of Grinduro staff by volunteering!
Grinduro volunteers receive the following perks for helping us pull this event together, all while having one helluva good time.
Register to volunteer here!
